RODE

RODE

https://rode.com/en/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/rode-microphones/

RODE, also known as RØDE, is a privately owned company headquartered in Australia and is part of the Freedman Group. Founded in 1967, the company employs approximately 170 individuals and reported $246.3M in revenue as of 2024, operating as a tier 1 media tech buyer. The company specializes in Pro AV audio and conferencing, designing and manufacturing microphones and related accessories for studio, live, and location recording and performance.

2024 Revenue

Founded

1967

Headcount

170

Headquarters

Australia

Primary Segment

Pro AV audio and conferencing

Ownership

Privately Owned

News Summary:

Ginichi Co. Ltd., the distributor for RØDE Microphones, will release the RØDE Hub, a USB hub featuring six USB-C ports and an SD reader, and the 48Gbps-compatible HDMI-10 cable on January 23, 2026. Previously, RØDE Microphones announced the release of its Wireless ME Camera Kit, a pocket-sized wireless microphone system designed for creators, on December 23, 2025. The company also exhibited at "Potafes 2025 Winter Akihabara" from December 13-14, 2025. This follows the November 26, 2025, release of new vibrant colors for its microphone accessories, including the PSA1+ microphone arm.

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RODE offers 7 products in the pro AV, media tech and media and telecoms services industries. RODE's product portfolio comprises of pro AV audio and conferencing, consumer electronics and audio.

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RODE's revenues were less than $500M in 2024. Caretta Research has split RODE's revenue into 8 different product categories, the largest of which is pro AV wired dynamic microphones. For full access to RODE's revenue breakdown subscribe to Caretta Portal.

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Jan

18th

2026

07:35

New Offerings, Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

RØDE Releases USB Hub with 6 USB-C Ports and SD Reader. Pro-Grade 8K Compatible Optical HDMI Cable Also Introduced

[Translated] Ginichi Co., Ltd. will release the high-performance USB hub "RØDE Hub," which achieves seamless connectivity and high performance, and the high-quality 48Gbps compatible HDMI cable "HDMI-10," which enables stable data transmission, from RØDE Microphones, which the company handles, on January 23, 2026 (Friday).

Dec

16th

2025

07:00

New Offerings, Emerging Tech, B2B Tag

【RODE New Product】Pocket-sized for Instant High-Quality Sound, the Next-Generation Wireless Microphone "Wireless ME Camera Kit" Accelerates Creativity!

[Translated] December 23, 2025 (Tuesday), RØDE Microphones, providing high-quality and cost-effective audio products, will release the new wireless microphone system for creators, "Wireless ME Camera Kit". The pocket-sized wireless microphone "Wireless ME USB-C", which has

Dec

5th

2025

09:30

Events, B2B Tag

【RODE (Road)/Event Exhibition】Information on exhibiting at "Potafes 2025 Winter Akihabara"

[Translated] RØDE Microphones (Japanese General Distributor: Ginichi) will be exhibiting at "Potafes 2025 Winter Akihabara" held at Bellesalle Akihabara on Saturday, December 13th and Sunday, December 14th, 2025. Portable Audio Festival (commonly known as Potafes)

Nov

19th

2025

06:34

New Offerings, B2B Tag

【RODE New Product】Colorful New Colors for Microphone Accessories! Proposing a Lineup to Color SNS and Distribution Videos!!

[Translated] New products will be released on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from RØDE Microphones, which provides high-quality and cost-effective audio products. Vivid new colors will be added to the high-quality microphone arm "PSA1+", which is

Jul

14th

2025

00:58

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SydneyMusic saved by RØDE Microphones

SydneyMusic.net has been a beacon for the city’s music lovers, connecting fans with over 16,000 live events in the past three years alone. Run by a small but passionate team, the platform has inspired countless readers to explore live music and support local venues.

Mixdown Magazine

Jul

11th

2025

06:15

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SydneyMusic gig guide saved by RØDE Microphones

Beloved indie gig guide platform SydneyMusic has been saved from closure. The free website, that has been instrumental in showcasing emerging local Sydney talent, was set to shutdown this weekend, due to lack of funds, but has been saved by RØDE and a flurry of other donations and support. The Sydney music scene’s biggest supporter can now continue its vital work for local artists.

Jul

11th

2025

06:15

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SydneyMusic gig guide saved by RØDE Microphones

Beloved indie gig guide platform SydneyMusic has been saved from closure. The free website, that has been instrumental in showcasing emerging local Sydney talent, was set to shutdown this weekend, due to lack of funds, but has been saved by RØDE and a flurry of other donations and support. The Sydney music scene’s biggest supporter can now continue its vital work for local artists.

Sep

30th

2024

05:20

Financial Results, Partnerships and Alliances

3d Audio Market: 2024 Global Type, Application, Trends, Demand Service, Share, Industry Size, Growth, Region, Opportunities and Forecast to 2031 | Qualcomm, Sennheiser, Terma A/S, Røde Microphones, Roland Corporation

The 3d Audio Market is anticipated to reach at a CAGR of 16.5% during the forecast period. DataM Intelligence has published a new research report on "3d Audio Market Size 2024". The report explores comprehensive and insightful Information about various key factors like Segmentation, CAGR, business revenue competitive positioning of key companies, investigating elements such as product offerings, pricing strategies, financial performance, product portfolios, growth initiatives, and geographical reach.

Dec

14th

2023

18:30

Funding Activities

Kirkland Counsels Transom Capital Group on Sale of Mackie to Rode

Kirkland & Ellis advised Transom Capital Group, an operations-focused middle market private equity firm, on its sale of audio products company Loud Audio, LLC (Mackie) to RØDE Microphones LLC. RØDE is a private Australian-owned audio company operating through product categories including microphones, headphones, interfaces, mixers and accessories.

Dec

12th

2023

05:32

Transom Capital Announces Strategic Sale of Mackie to RØDE Microphones

LOS ANGELES and BOTHELL, Wash., Dec. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Transom Capital Group (“Transom”), an operations-focused middle market private equity firm, is proud to announce the successful sale of Loud Audio, LLC (“Mackie”) to RØDE Microphones LLC, a leading global manufacturer of high-quality microphones, headphones, related accessories, and audio interfaces.

Associated Press

Dec

7th

2023

12:25

RØDE has purchased iconic American pro audio company Mackie

RØDE’s purchase of Mackie rounds out the audio portfolio of its owners, the Freedman Group, to an impressive degree. RØDE Microphones has announced the acquisition of iconic American pro audio leader Mackie. This helps establish The Freedman Group – the parent company of RØDE – as one of the most well-rounded pro audio companies going with a fairly huge catalog of products spanning a wide range of audio solutions for content creation, home and studio recording, broadcast, and live sound production.

Dec

6th

2023

03:41

RØDE Microphones acquires Mackie

RØDE Microphones LLC has announced the acquisition of iconic American pro audio leader Mackie. The acquisition represents a new chapter in the evolution of RØDE and is said to establish The Freedman Group – its parent company – as one of the most “well-rounded” pro audio companies in the world, with an catalogue of products spanning a wide range of audio solutions for content creation, home and studio recording, broadcast, and live sound production.

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